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China vetoes UN resolution on Strait of Hormuz, opposes use of force

Apr 9, 202610 sources

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Summary

China vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution concerning the Strait of Hormuz, with its officials stating the vote was objective and would stand the test of history. The country opposes authorizing the use of force to reopen the strategic waterway and has urged caution. Chinese tankers have reportedly joined a line to test exiting the strait amid regional tensions.